Assistant Lecturer (N&HS) at Hong Kong Metropolitan University

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Teaching, Academic Support, Interpersonal Skills, Organization, Research Coordination, Programme Development, Bilingual Proficiency

Industry

Description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA. For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk. We are now inviting applications for the following post in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Undertaking teaching and academic duties (including classroom, laboratory or field-based teaching); Marking of assignments, tests and examinations; Providing academic support and performing teaching–related and administrative duties; Coordinating research and scholarly activities, seminars, projects, workshops and visits at all levels; Assisting in programme or course planning and development as well as participating in School or University activities; and Performing any other duties as assigned by the Dean of School of Nursing & Health Sciences or his / her nominee(s). Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: A higher degree in medical laboratory science or a related discipline; Relevant teaching, academic support or professional experience in tertiary institutions is preferred; Strong sense of responsibility, effective organization and excellent interpersonal skills; Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently under pressure; and Proficiency in both Chinese and English. Terms and Conditions for Appointment An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided. “Accommodation Programme for Overseas Young Teaching Staff” sponsored by the “Katie Shu Sui Pui Charitable Trust” Overseas candidates who are successfully appointed by the University and below age 50 will be eligible to apply for the “Accommodation Programme for Overseas Young Teaching Staff” sponsored by the “Katie Shu Sui Pui Charitable Trust”. This programme offers the opportunity to reside in assigned accommodation free of charge for a period of up to six months, subject to terms and conditions. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Responsibilities

The appointee will undertake teaching and academic duties, including classroom and laboratory teaching, and will also mark assignments and provide academic support. Additionally, they will coordinate research activities and assist in programme planning and development.